2011 Chrysler Town and Country Problems
What owners have reported about the 2011 Chrysler Town and Country, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2011 Chrysler Town and Country a good year?
It's one of the worst years for the Town and Country. Owners have filed 773 complaints with NHTSA, the 3rd most of 9 Town and Country model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, engine and fuel system.
773 complaints 3 recalls, 1 fire risk 3rd worst of 9 Town and Country years
Top 2011 Chrysler Town and Country problems
Electrical problems
523 complaints (68%) name the electrical system, most often the ignition and alternator / generator / regulator.
Engine problems
112 complaints (14%) name the engine.
Fuel system problems
110 complaints (14%) name the fuel system.
Brake problems
54 complaints (7%) name the brakes, most often the rotor and caliper.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (549 of 773). The amber line is the middle value, about 68,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2011 Chrysler Town and Country recalls
Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured. An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge.
Recall 25V876000 · Dec 2025Electrical
Fire riskThe affected vehicles may experience overheating of the vent window switch in the driver's door armrest. An overheated switch may result in a vehicle fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vent window switch with a newer version, free of charge.
Recall 14V234000 · May 2014Column
Can stallSome of these vehicles may have been built with a missing or incorrectly installed steering column pivot rivet. A missing or incorrectly installed rivet could compromise the ability of the steering column to support the occupant loads in the event of a frontal crash, decreasing the effectiveness of the frontal impact safety system. As a result, the condition may increase the potential for injury in a frontal crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and repair the steering column pivot as required, free of charge.
Recall 11V315000 · Jun 2011Get an email when your 2011 Chrysler Town and Country gets a new recall
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Town and Country years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
2011 Chrysler Town and Country problems by system
Common questions
Is the 2011 Chrysler Town and Country a reliable year?
It's one of the worst years for the Town and Country. Owners have filed 773 complaints with NHTSA, the 3rd most of 9 Town and Country model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, engine and fuel system.
What are the most common 2011 Chrysler Town and Country problems?
Owners most often report problems with the electrical system, engine, fuel system and brakes. 523 complaints (68%) name the electrical system, most often the ignition and alternator / generator / regulator.
At what mileage do 2011 Chrysler Town and Country electrical system problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 50,000–107,000 miles, with a middle value near 74,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2011 Chrysler Town and Country have?
3. (25V876000); Electrical (14V234000); Column (11V315000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2011 Chrysler Town and Country?
Ask for service records covering the electrical system, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2015, 2016 and 2012 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.